2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 ZAZ Slavuta
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 ZAZ Slavuta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 ZAZ Slavuta would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2002 ZAZ Slavuta. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2002 ZAZ Slavuta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 804 kg more than 2002 ZAZ Slavuta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 ZAZ Slavuta. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 ZAZ Slavuta. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2002 ZAZ Slavuta has manual transmission. 2002 ZAZ Slavuta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2002 ZAZ Slavuta | |
| Make | Kia | ZAZ |
| Model | Sorento | Slavuta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 745 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2330 mm |
